Events in Wollongong, New South Wales | 2026-2027

Run Wollongong - 2026 [runwollongong.com.au] [Register at raceroster.com]

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 at 6:30 AM

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Run Wollongong is back in 2026!

Get ready to experience the hype of Run Wollongong in 2026. We sold out in 2025, but this year, we are back bigger than ever.

The route circles the iconic lighthouse...

Run Wollongong is back in 2026!

Get ready to experience the hype of Run Wollongong in 2026. We sold out in 2025, but this year, we are back bigger than ever.

The route circles the iconic lighthouse and Wollongong Harbour, offering spectacular ocean views that inspire and challenge. Concluding in Lang Park, this event promises a picturesque backdrop for seasoned marathoners and casual runners alike, making it a must-run for every enthusiast.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying a scenic run, we have a distance for you:

42.2km Marathon – Two laps of the breathtaking course
21.1km Half Marathon – A scenic route showcasing Wollongong's beauty
10km Kerryn McCann 10 – Honouring a local legend
5km Fitness 5 – A fun and fast course for all abilities
5km Elite Entry – Male PB under 15:00. Female PB under 17:30. Submit an expression of interest here.
5km Preferred Entry – Male/Female PB under 18:30. Submit an expression of interest here.
2km Turbo 2 – Perfect for kids and families

We look forward to seeing you cross that finish line!

2k 5k 10k 21k 42k Run

10 Hector Street, Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia
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Peoplecare Wollongong Triathlon - 2026 [eliteenergy.com.au] [Register at raceroster.com]

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Fan-favourite, Peoplecare Triathlon Wollongong returns in 2026

Swim, ride and run your way through one of New South Wales’s most scenic coastal cities. With two iconic lighthouses, fast roads and...

Fan-favourite, Peoplecare Triathlon Wollongong returns in 2026

Swim, ride and run your way through one of New South Wales’s most scenic coastal cities. With two iconic lighthouses, fast roads and ocean views lined with Norfolk Pines, Wollongong is made for triathlon.

Cross the finish line at Lang Park and stick around for a relaxed family-friendly festival vibe, celebrating fitness, health and fun for all ages.

The Peoplecare Triathlon Wollongong has something for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned racers. Go solo or team up for a relay and be part of a great day out on the coast!

Choose a race to challenge yourself:

Standard | Sprint | Super Sprint | TriKidz Aquathon | Aquabike

Plus, we're thrilled to welcome UniSport to the Peoplecare Triathlon Wollongong 2026 as they host their National Championship. Visit the UniSport website for more details.

Join us for this highlight of the triathlon calendar!

Aquabike Aquathlon Cycling Road Run Swim Triathlon

2-4 Parkside Avenue, Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia
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Wollongong Running Festival 2026 [wollongongrunningfestival.com] [Register at raceroster.com]

Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 5:45 AM

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Wollongong Running Festival

Sunday 7 June 2026

The Wollongong Running Festival will enter an exciting new chapter in 2026, with Race Hub Australia announced as the new event owner and delivery...

Wollongong Running Festival

Sunday 7 June 2026

The Wollongong Running Festival will enter an exciting new chapter in 2026, with Race Hub Australia announced as the new event owner and delivery partner.

Join us at Lang Park for the Wollongong Running Festival on Sunday, 7 June 2026! Choose from a 21.1 km Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km, or 2 km Family Dash.

Since being rebranded as the Wollongong Running Festival in 2021, the event has gone from strength to strength and become Wollongong's largest running event. The festival is widely recognised for celebrating freedom of running and Wollongong's active coastal culture, attracting runners of all abilities from across the region and beyond.

Participants enjoy a vibrant event village, cheer squads, live music, and a spectacular course that weaves together trail and coastal paths with stunning ocean views. The event is both family-friendly and professionally delivered, with accurately measured and timed courses that cater to everyone from fun runners to serious competitors.

All event finishers will receive a 2026 Wollongong Running Festival-themed medal, post-race snacks, sponsor giveaways, and an online finisher's certificate.

2k 5k 10k 21k Fun Run Run Trail

1 Market Street, Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia
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The Great Southeastern Loop [greatsoutheasternloop.com.au] [Register at raceroster.com]

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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This October, over the course of one unforgettable week, push your limits on a self-supported 1260km course with 17,700m of elevation, on a mix of sealed and gravel surfaces.

The route runs in a...

This October, over the course of one unforgettable week, push your limits on a self-supported 1260km course with 17,700m of elevation, on a mix of sealed and gravel surfaces.

The route runs in a giant loop from Wollongong on the stunning NSW South Coast along awesome country roads, Aussie bush, rivers and scenic valleys, and up into the majestic Snowy Mountain Alps.

Riders must complete the course within 157 hours, navigating the route, getting their brevet card stamped at each of the 3 Checkpoints along the way.

Entrants have the choice of entering as:

Solo, Pairs Team or 4-person Relay Team.

However you decide to ride, this epic challenge requires riders to be well prepared and manage rest and resupply along a fantastic route to complete the course.

Comprehensive information is provided to all entrants - The Loopers Almanac - detailing all the information you will need to successfully complete the challenge.

Do Something Great this October!

1263k Cycling Gravel Road Run

220-224 Crown Street, Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia
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4 running, cycling, road, and other events in Wollongong, New South Wales

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